shiretoko

Primeval Forest & Stunning Cliff Views Trekking Tour

From April 1 to November 30, Shiretoko

Price

¥6,000
Duration

3.5 hours
Hosted in

English and Japanese

Summary

This tour is one of our most popular tours, and there is a high probability of encountering wildlife.
Please note that this is a relaxed-paced nature walk. You will follow animal tracks through the primeval forest on paths only known to your experienced guide.
You will enjoy stunning views of dramatic cliffs and a waterfall that plunges more than 100 metres, as well as spectacular views of the Sea of Okhotsk.

Details

Period: From April 1 to November 30
Time: Morning: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm (3.5h)
Afternoon: 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm (3.5h) (April 1 to September 24)
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm (3.5h) (After September 25)
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm (3.5h) (After November 1)
Price: Adults (13 years older) – 6,000 JPY
Children (6 to 12 years old) – 3,500 JPY
Payment options: Cash or card
Requirement: 6 years or older
Meeting place: We will pick you up at the lobby of your accommodation (Utoro area only) or Drive Resting Area, Utoro-Shirietoku.
Pick up time: The meeting time is different depends on the meeting place you requested.
For detailed meeting time, please confirm below.

Detailed Meeting Time

-People who chose "Your Accommodation"-

*Yuhino Ataru Ie ONSEN HOSTEL/KIKI Shiretoko Natural Resort/Shiretoko Dai-ichi Hotel/Hotel Shiretoko/
20-15min before the starting time of the tour

*Shiretoko Village/Shiretoko Hostel Hanare/ Bon's Home/ Shiretoko Pereke/ Kiraku / Shiretoko Lantern/ Ishiyama/ Iruka Hotel/ Shiretoko Noble Hotel/ Shyutyo no Ie/
15-10min before the starting time of the tour

*Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel& Resort
10-5min before the starting time of the tour

*Hotel Kifuu club Shiretoko
5min before the starting time of the tour

-People who chose "Drive Resting Area, Utoro-Shirietoku"-
15-10min before the starting time of the tour

*We might be late due to other guests' situations.
*Please come to the agreed place on time. If late, you might be cancelled.
Booking: ＜Online Booking＞
Please book by 2 hours before the tour starts from the links below (24/7 reception)

＜Telephone Booking＞
Or you can book on phone call (Operation hour: 9 am to 6 pm)
*Please leave a message when we are not available due to tour operation so that we can contact you later

Head: ＜April to September＞
Cap or hat
＜October to November＞
Woolen hat
Tops: ＜April to May＞
Long sleeve shirts and warm outer (fleece jacket or windproof jacket)
＜June to September＞
Thin fabric long sleeves
(Long sleeve shirts are recommended against ticks and bug bites.)
＜October to November>
Thick fabric long sleeves and warm outer (fleece jacket, sweater or down jacket).
Bottoms: Long trousers must be worn to prevent minor injuries and tick bites.
Skirts are not allowed.
Shoes: Either of sport shoes, trekking shoes, or rubber boots
No heels are allowed.
Others: Rain wear (Free rental available, see below), bottle of water/tea, towel and small backpack.
Free rental items: ■Rain wear (jackets and trousers) Men's :M/L/XL, Women's: S/M/L
■Rubber boots (17-30 CM)
*These items are available on a first come, first serve basis. You can reserve items in advance if necessary.

Notice

Please note that encounters with wildlife are not 100% guaranteed.

Please come to the agreed place on time. If you are late on the day, we might cancel you so that the other guests can go on tour.

Depending on natural conditions, the end time may vary slightly. Please join our tours with time to spare.

The tour will be conducted in case of light rain. Please prepare rain wear. If the tour is cancelled due to sever weather, we will let you know 1 hour before the supposed starting time.

There is no restroom available in the field. Please keep this in mind before starting the tour.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is free up to 2 days before the tour. After 2 days a cancellation fee of 20 % of the tour cost will be charged if you cancel 2 days before the tour, 50 % if you cancel the day before and the full tour cost if you cancel on the day of the tour.